Renaming Douglas County A Poetic Proposal | Lawrence News

Two poets and scholars are sparking a national conversation with a zine proposing Douglas County be renamed Douglass County — a bold idea inspired by Oscar-winning filmmaker Kevin Willmott, who argues honoring Frederick Douglass over Stephen A. Douglas better reflects Lawrence’s values. The zine, blending history, poetry, and design, launches July 3rd — the day before Independence Day — to challenge how we define American identity. With free copies at the event and a chance to share your own voice on open mic, they’re inviting the public to debate, reflect, and reimagine history. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/32e373ce89acffa7